Job Description

5 - 7 Years
1 Opening
Bengaluru

Role description

: Business Consulting - Supply Chain Optimization

Position:

Senior Consultant (5- 7 years)

Role Purpose

Drive operational excellence and strategic transformation for clients by optimizing supply chain processes, implementing advanced procurement solutions, and leveraging analytics to deliver measurable business value. Lead and support initiatives across network design, inventory management, sourcing, and technology enablement.

Key Responsibilities

Supply Chain Strategy & Transformation

Lead end-to-end supply chain optimization projects, including network design, S&OP, inventory management, and warehouse operations.



Develop and implement strategic sourcing initiatives, supplier management programs, and contract negotiation strategies.



Conduct current-state and future-state process mapping, spend analysis, and benchmarking using industry standards (e.g., APQC, IBIS World).



Design and launch new operating models for supply chain divisions, including organizational structure, master data governance, and process documentation.

Technology Enablement & Analytics

Develop and maintain dashboards and reporting tools (Power BI, Tableau, Excel) for supply chain KPIs, spend visibility, and operational performance.



Utilize advanced analytics for forecasting, scenario modeling, and cost optimization.

Project & Stakeholder Management

Facilitate cross-functional workshops, stakeholder interviews, and training sessions to drive adoption of new processes and technologies.



Provide executive-level presentations, status updates, and recommendations to client leadership.

Industry & Sector Expertise

Deliver solutions across manufacturing, retail, financial services, logistics, healthcare, and technology sectors.



Advise clients on best practices for regulatory compliance, risk management, and operational resilience.

Skills

Required Skills & Expertise

End-to-end supply chain management and optimization



Strategic sourcing, procurement, and contract management



Inventory management, warehouse design, and logistics



Data analysis and visualization (Power BI, Tableau, Excel)



Project management and stakeholder engagement



Advanced communication and executive presentation skills

Certifications (Preferred)

Lean Six Sigma



Project Management



Advanced Excel

About Grant Thornton INDUS

'Grant Thornton INDUS' comprises GT U.S. Shared Services Center India Pvt Ltd and Grant Thornton U.S. Knowledge and Capability Center India Pvt Ltd. Grant Thornton INDUS is the shared services center supporting the operations of Grant Thornton LLP, the U.S. member firm of Grant Thornton International Ltd. Established in 2012, Grant Thornton INDUS employs professionals across a wide range of disciplines including Tax, Audit, Advisory, and other operational functions. What sets us apart isn't just what we do - it's how we do it. We support and enable the firm's purpose of making business more personal and building trust into every result. We're collaborators - obsessed with quality and ready for anything - who understand the value of strong relationships. Our professionals are well integrated to seamlessly support the U.S. engagement teams, help increase Grant Thornton's access to a wide talent pool, and improve operational efficiencies. Empowered people, bold leadership, and distinctive client service are imbibed in the culture at Grant Thornton INDUS. We are a transparent, competitive, and excellence-driven firm that offers an opportunity to be part of something significant. In addition, professionals at Grant Thornton INDUS serve communities in India through inspirational and generous services to give back to the communities they work in. Grant Thornton INDUS has its offices in two locations in India - Bengaluru and Kolkata